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Grant Faulkner Nelson
VP, Team Manager, KI Leader
Mr. Nelson currently oversees GFL's group of Data & Analytics experts and serves as the Key Initiative Leader for Finance D&A. Since joining the company in 2019, Mr. Nelson has become well-known for his ability professionally challenge both experts' and clients' D&A predispositions with constructive alternatives. His 22-years of practitioner experience (leading D&A strategy, D&A governance and MDM, advanced analytics, COEs, FP&A, management reporting and dashboarding) enables him to comfortably flex with clients' needs. Additionally, his down-to-earth approach has made him highly sought after by many within both the finance and analytics functions.
Mr. Nelson earned his MBA from Georgia State University's Robinson College of Business and his B.S. from the University of Colorado, Boulder in International Affairs. As a family man and former rugby player, Mr. Nelson enjoys staying active and, after hours, is often found coaching his daughters' sports teams.
Previous experience
Founded a hybrid analytical center of excellence (COE)
Executive sponsor of Data Governance
Directed the customer relationship management (CRM) Platform development & management
Directed the Integration Management Office
Spearheaded Periodic Planning and Budgeting
Drove strategic plan implementation & measurement
Assessed competitive and market values, strategies, threats and opportunities.
Professional background
Genuine Parts Company (d.b.a. NAPA Auto Parts), Vice President, Strategic Financial Analytics, 22 years
Areas of coverage
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Finance Data and Analytics
Education
M.B.A.; Marketing; Georgia State University (Robinson College of Business)
B.S.; International Affairs; University of Colorado, Boulder
Top Issues That I Help Clients Address
Finance Data and Analytics Strategy
Finance Metrics, Insights and Storytelling
Finance Data & Analytics Governance, MDM and Data Integration
Managerial Reporting and Analytics and Business Intelligence (A&BI) Dashboards
Advanced Analytics, Data Science & AI